Show Notes
Soup’s on! Nadia, Eric, and special guest Rebekah Valentine are cooking up an RPG Stew of games they’ve been playing lately. Plus, how prerelease parties at your local gaming store help build community, (the “G” in MTG stands for “gathering”).
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Also in this episode:
Nadia’s MAGfest Recap
Comments on genAI at Cygames
Final Fantasy VII Remake in “Streamlined Progression” Mode
Timestamps:
11:04 - Main Topic - RPG Stew
01:18:32 - Random Encounters
1:28:25 - Magic the Gathering Nook
Music Used in this Episode:
Do Your Best - [Breath of Fire III]
A Curious Tale - [Secret of Mana]
Main Theme - [Octopath Traveler 0]
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